The much-awaited Super Cup 2025 is all set to kick off on April 20, 2025, at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Organized by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), this knockout football tournament will run until May 3, 2025, bringing together 16 of India’s top football clubs — 13 from the Indian Super League (ISL) and 3 from the I-League.
The tournament promises high-octane action, competitive spirit, and a pathway to continental football, as the winner will earn a place in the 2025–26 AFC Champions League 2 Preliminary Round.
Format & Participating Teams
- The 2025 edition returns to a straight knockout format, unlike previous editions that included group stages.
- The 13 ISL clubs are seeded based on their 2024–25 season standings.
- The 3 I-League teams confirmed are:
- Churchill Brothers FC Goa
- Inter Kashi
- Gokulam Kerala FC
These I-League teams will face the top 3 ISL teams in the Round of 16:
- Mohun Bagan Super Giant
- FC Goa
- Bengaluru FC
The draw for the exact matchups will take place on Wednesday, April 9.
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Super Cup 2025 Full Schedule & Fixtures
| Date | Time | Fixture |
|---|---|---|
| April 20, Sun | 4:30 PM | Kerala Blasters FC vs East Bengal FC |
| April 20, Sun | 8:00 PM | Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs I-League Team (TBD) |
| April 21, Mon | 4:30 PM | FC Goa vs I-League Team (TBD) |
| April 21, Mon | 8:00 PM | Odisha FC vs Punjab FC |
| April 23, Wed | 4:30 PM | Bengaluru FC vs I-League Team (TBD) |
| April 23, Wed | 8:00 PM | Mumbai City FC vs Chennaiyin FC |
| April 24, Thu | 4:30 PM | NorthEast United FC vs Mohammedan SC |
| April 24, Thu | 8:00 PM | Jamshedpur FC vs Hyderabad FC |
Quarter-Finals
- April 26: QF1 – 4:30 PM | QF2 – 8:00 PM
- April 27: QF3 – 4:30 PM | QF4 – 8:00 PM
Semi-Finals – April 30
- SF1 – 4:30 PM
- SF2 – 8:00 PM
Final – May 3
- Time To Be Confirmed
All matches will be held at Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar.
Foreign Player Rule: Major Update by AIFF
A significant rule change this year is that clubs can register and field up to 6 foreign players in a match. This is a departure from the ISL and I-League rules where teams could register 6 but only field 4 foreign players.
This change aligns with AFC regulations and is expected to increase the competitiveness and quality of matches during the Super Cup 2025.
Previous Champions of Super cup
| Year | Champion |
|---|---|
| 2018 | Bengaluru FC |
| 2019 | FC Goa |
| 2023 | Odisha FC |
| 2024 | East Bengal FC |
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East Bengal FC are the defending champions, having beaten Odisha FC 3-2 after extra time in the 2024 final.
The Super Cup 2025 is set to deliver some thrilling encounters as top clubs from across India compete for silverware and a spot in continental football. With updated rules, knockout drama, and star-studded squads, fans can expect a football festival at Kalinga Stadium.
Stay tuned for the complete I-League draw and updates on match outcomes!
